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Tung, tung politisk rock

Black Debbath · 1999

41 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A raucous blend of hard rock and biting humor that tackles political absurdities with sharp wit.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Dagsorden — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its energetic riff and sharp lyrics about the state of political agendas in Norway.
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    Problemer innad i Høyre — This song critiques internal conflicts within the Conservative Party, showcasing the band's knack for using humor to explore serious topics.
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    King of Norway — A standout track that combines heavy riffs with a humorous examination of monarchy and national identity, embodying the album's spirit.
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    Ikke tukl med elgens habitat! — This short yet impactful track highlights environmental issues through a comedic lens, reflecting the band's unique style of mixing fun with advocacy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • infectious hooks for sing-alongs
  • steady pacing with humorous peaks
  • political satire for engaged listeners
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking deep introspective moments
  • prefer lengthy, serious compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, Tung, tung politisk rock marks Black Debbath's debut album after forming in the mid-1990s. At this point, they were establishing themselves as a prominent voice in Norway's comedic rock scene, blending satire with musical prowess.
Stylistic neighbors
Limp Bizkit· Tenacious D· Steel Panther

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dagsorden 3:43
  • 2 Problemer innad i Høyre 4:18
  • 3 Reorganiser Helsevesenet 3:41
  • 4 Kultur- og vitenskapsdepartementet, et departement med særdeles kort levetid 4:14
  • 5 Ikke tukl med elgens habitat! 1:52
  • 6 Åpent brev til sporveisdirektøren 4:16
  • 7 King of Norway 5:29
  • 8 Er fenomenet bokskred med på å forringe litteraturens egenverdi og omdømme som sådan? 2:16
  • 9 Gjør heller Fornebu om til suppestasjon 4:10
  • 10 Legg operaen til Bøler Samfunnshus 6:04
  • 11 Eventuelt 1:19

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